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Hans India
20 hours ago
- Hans India
TGANB apprehends Nigerian drug dealer, seizes drugs worth Rs 1.25 cr
Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Narcotic Bureau (TGANB) apprehended a Nigerian drug peddler who was in possession of psychotropic drug Cocaine and Ecstasy pills. Police seized drugs worth Rs 1.25 crore from his possession. The arrested person was identified as Emmanuel Bediako Alias Maxwell (34). Police seized 150 grams of Cocaine, 1,100 Ecstasy pills and two mobile phones from him. Sunny and Onyeisi Romanus Ikechukwu of Nigeria are absconding. According to police, Maxwell visited India three times. For the third visit, his total commission was around Rs 1.17 crore (210 million Nigerian Nairas). During his first visit to India, from November 2013 to July 2022, he visited Bangalore on medical visa using his original name Omyeisi Esomchi Kenneth, but never went to Bangalore and it was fake. From there he went to Goa, as per the instructions given by his cousin Romanus and stayed there. As long as he stayed in India, he was operating a mobile phone and carried on his drug business. During 2013 to 2022, he had sold drugs worth more than 2 crore. His commission was 20 per cent and earned almost Rs 40 lakh (72 million Niaras) during this period. In August 2021, he went back to Nigeria. For the second time, on December 25, 2023, he arrived at Delhi on medical visa for Bangalore on the name of Ezuruike Chirotam Valentine. But he never went to Bangalore, and instead went to Goa and did drug business along with Romanus and went back to Nigeria in the month of July-2024. In seven months, he earned Rs 20 lakh. Police said that in his third visit in January 2025, Romanus advised Maxwell to go to India on Ghana passport by another name and deposited 2,000,000 Nairas in his bank account and asked him to go to Ghana and meet a person who will prepare his travel documents to India. On January 25, 2025, he came to Delhi, India on medical visa by using Ghana passport on the name of Bediako Emmanuel. After landing at Delhi, again he went to Goa and stayed there. He dealt with pure Cocaine and MDMA. He sold the pure Cocaine for a price of Rs 25,000 per gram and each Ecstasy pill for a price of Rs 6,000. K Madhu Mohan Reddy, DSP TGANB said that in 2024-2025 till his arrest, he laundered money to the tune of 103 million Nigerian Nairas which was his commission for the sale of drugs. The drugs sold in India would be around 500 million Nigerian Nairas. The drugs that were being sold by the Nigerian drug cartels came from abroad and the drug money and profits were sent to Nigeria through an extensive money laundering channel involving an Indian Hawala operator and a Nigerian stationed in Mumbai. He had provided almost 150 bank transactions to his boss Romanus, his wife and his brother in law, totaling about 103 million Nigerian Nairas. A few days back, Romanus instructed him to expand the business beyond Goa and suggested doing it in Hyderabad as there is a high customer base. He came to his friend's house in Sainikpuri and brought drugs to develop the network of local peddlers and consumers. On information, the sleuths of TGANB apprehended the accused in Sainikpuri.
Vancouver Sun
08-05-2025
- General
- Vancouver Sun
What's in a 'papal name' and what the new pope's choice could mean for the church
The significance of a papal name lies in its symbolic power and the message it sends about a new pope's intentions, priorities, and the direction he hopes to set for the Catholic Church. When a new pope is elected, one of his first acts is to choose a new name . It's a tradition dating back to the early Middle Ages. This name is not required by doctrine but has become a deeply rooted custom. The chosen name often honours a saint, a previous pope, or a particular legacy the new pontiff wishes to emulate. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Pope Francis selected his name to honour St. Francis of Assisi, signalling a focus on humility, care for the poor, and environmental stewardship. Similarly, Pope John Paul I combined the names of his two immediate predecessors to signal continuity and commitment to their reforms. Ultimately, the papal name serves as a public declaration of the new pope's vision and the values he intends to emphasize during his papacy. It is closely watched as an early indicator of whether the new leader will continue the work of his predecessors or chart a new course for the Church. Popes rarely choose a name that has never been used before . In fact, before Pope Francis in 2013, it had been over 1,000 years since a pope — Pope Lando in 914 — selected a completely new name. Most popes opt for names with historical or spiritual significance . There are, however, several unique papal names from the early centuries that have never been repeated, such as Lando, Romanus, and Formosus. Different cultures have influenced the choice of papal names in several ways, especially as the Church became more global. In the early centuries, popes from outside Italy — especially from France and Germany — often adopted more traditional or Italian-sounding names to align themselves with their Roman predecessors and the local culture of the papacy. This practice helped foster unity and continuity within the Church. In modern times, as the College of Cardinals has become more international , there is increased potential for popes to choose names that reflect their own cultural backgrounds or honour saints and historical figures important in their home regions. A pope from Africa or Latin America might select a name associated with early non-Italian pontiffs or saints from those regions to highlight the Church's diversity and global reach. Pope Francis, from Argentina, chose a name never before used, making a break from European tradition and emphasizing humility and care for the marginalized, values resonant across cultures. Overall, while no formal rules require popes to choose names based on cultural background, their choices often reflect a desire to reflect their heritage, inclusivity or connect with the broader global Church. The connotations of a papal name can significantly shape the new pope's relationship with other religious leaders by pointing to his intended approach to interfaith dialogue, reform, tradition, or reconciliation. If a pope chooses a name associated with openness, peace, or past efforts at unity, it can foster goodwill and foreshadow a willingness to engage with leaders of other faiths. Conversely, names linked to periods of conflict or rigid doctrine, like 'Pius,' may be interpreted as a sign of traditionalism or caution , potentially making interreligious collaboration more challenging. Some papal names have been considered controversial due to their associations with problematic historical figures or events. The name 'John XXIII' was controversial because it had previously been used by a 15th-century antipope, leading to confusion and debate when Cardinal Angelo Roncalli chose it in 1958. No pope has ever chosen the name 'Peter II,' likely out of respect for Saint Peter, the first pope, and to avoid controversy or the appearance of rivalry with such a foundational figure. However, some antipopes have used the name 'Peter II,' which further adds to its contentious nature. Certain names, like Benedict, have been used by both legitimate popes and antipopes, sometimes creating confusion and controversy in papal history. Some papal names are avoided due to their association with notorious or scandalous popes , such as Alexander VI or Boniface VIII, whose papacies were marked by corruption or conflict. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
Calgary Herald
08-05-2025
- General
- Calgary Herald
What's in a 'papal name' and what the new pope's choice could mean for the church
The significance of a papal name lies in its symbolic power and the message it sends about a new pope's intentions, priorities, and the direction he hopes to set for the Catholic Church. Article content Article content When a new pope is elected, one of his first acts is to choose a new name. It's a tradition dating back to the early Middle Ages. This name is not required by doctrine but has become a deeply rooted custom. Article content Article content Article content Pope Francis selected his name to honour St. Francis of Assisi, signalling a focus on humility, care for the poor, and environmental stewardship. Similarly, Pope John Paul I combined the names of his two immediate predecessors to signal continuity and commitment to their reforms. Article content Ultimately, the papal name serves as a public declaration of the new pope's vision and the values he intends to emphasize during his papacy. Article content It is closely watched as an early indicator of whether the new leader will continue the work of his predecessors or chart a new course for the Church. Article content Do popes ever choose names that have never been used? Article content Popes rarely choose a name that has never been used before. In fact, before Pope Francis in 2013, it had been over 1,000 years since a pope — Pope Lando in 914 — selected a completely new name. Article content Most popes opt for names with historical or spiritual significance. There are, however, several unique papal names from the early centuries that have never been repeated, such as Lando, Romanus, and Formosus. Article content Article content How might a pope's cultural background affect his choice? Article content Article content Different cultures have influenced the choice of papal names in several ways, especially as the Church became more global. In the early centuries, popes from outside Italy — especially from France and Germany — often adopted more traditional or Italian-sounding names to align themselves with their Roman predecessors and the local culture of the papacy. This practice helped foster unity and continuity within the Church. Article content A pope from Africa or Latin America might select a name associated with early non-Italian pontiffs or saints from those regions to highlight the Church's diversity and global reach.
